Momentum Coffee
1900 S State St, Chicago, IL
Crema's Take
“Momentum Coffee is a South Loop gem where genuine hospitality meets consistently excellent coffee and food—the kind of place where regulars return for seasonal specialty drinks and reliably delicious breakfast sandwiches like their spinach, egg, and feta croissant. The vibe strikes that rare balance of being both welcoming and low-key, with staff who feel authentically kind rather than performatively cheerful, making it equally suited for a quick coffee, a working session with your laptop, or lingering over pastries with a friend. With a pleasant outdoor patio and a menu that spans traditional espresso drinks to creative seasonal options, it's the type of neighborhood spot that becomes a good-luck staple the moment you discover it.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
I went to a conference for 3 days and had breakfast here every morning. It became a good luck staple haha. The staff are so kind, food is delicious, and they have good seasonal drinks! They’re also SO FAST which is uncommon for cafes. I highly recommend!!
Stopped by Momentum Coffee in the South Loop and it was honestly a great experience. The staff was super friendly without being fake-cheerful, which I respect. The mocha latte was legit delicious. Rich, balanced, not a sugar bomb pretending to be coffee. Chill spot, good vibes, and absolutely worth stopping in if you’re nearby.
Friendly staff, great coffee, and tasty food. Love the vibes!
service and food were great. i got the spinach, egg, and feta croissant sandwich which was good. i thought the coffee was just okay. every add-on is 50¢ which can add up to a pretty pricey drink. the flavor of the coffee was underwhelming. not to mention, the straws were flimsy which made it difficult for me to even drink my coffee. unfortunately, i believe there’s better coffee spots nearby
This is a very nice low key cafe with delicious coffee. Nice small choices of food and plus delectable pastry options. Definitely worth it! Outdoor patio area. Metered street parking. Not difficult to find a parking spot.
Crema Reviews
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